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So, I’m going to the Bahamas May 1st. And, I decided that I wanted something nice and floaty to wear around, either over top of a bathing suit or with some shorts if I didnt want a sunburn. So, I was browsing around online (urban outfitters, freepeople… all that) and I was inspired to make this little number.
A week or two ago I used this idea to make me a dress form. So, I made the pattern up myself, draping as I went. I’m really really thrilled with my first 100% original peice. And, its by far the most silky, comfortable thing I’ve ever worn.
The yoke I did while experimenting with the machine embroidery on my Janome 525S. I’m pretty thrilled with the outcome… it was exactly what I’d pictured.
**oh, I know the yoke’s not lying flat in most of the pictures. it does… I just didnt notice until after the photos.
Material Notes
Grey something… it feel delightful.
Embroidery thread
Elastic thread
Fusible interfacing
Difficulty
Novice
Categories
Credits
Big thanks to KBang and her tutorial on mock smocking. Her Eight Dollar Dress Tutorial saved me a whole lot of hassle. Amazing instructions!
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Apr 21, 2009, 03.15 AMby lybu
OMG I absolutely love this. It looks very comfy and chic at the same time. Great work
Apr 13, 2009, 08.58 PMby dressdummy
Such a beautiful yoke, both in shape and detail. The entire blouse is lovely in every way and looks perfect on you. Have fun on your holiday!
Apr 13, 2009, 07.32 AMby catmagalhaes
I love it and the detail in the sleeves is very pretty.
Apr 12, 2009, 02.51 PMby fummer
Really cute top! Congrats on making your own 100% you pattern. :)
Apr 12, 2009, 05.33 AMby bakainc
The yoke did take some time. The embroidery was pretty straight forward, just a little time consuming – talk about repetitive! I pretty much designed the top around the yoke…but it was a lot of experimenting (interfacing the yoke.. then deciding to line it too)
Thanks for all the comments! I really appreciate it!
Apr 12, 2009, 04.41 AMby miss-g
I’m really impressed. Not only have you made something original, you’re added so much detail with the machine embroidery. The yolk must have taken a long time to embroider.
Apr 12, 2009, 03.47 AMby hajnika
Very beautiful blouse!I like it so much!
Apr 12, 2009, 02.27 AMby hannnc
I love this top! Perfect for your holiday. I love the embroidery! Nice :)
Apr 11, 2009, 11.48 PMby sewella
A lovely – lovely shirt! You are great at experimenting! Keep up doing it – can’t wait to see what you’ll come up with next time!
Apr 11, 2009, 09.38 PMby mjb14
I really like it too – I love the sleeves, they look great.
Apr 11, 2009, 05.04 PMby alice-grant
Love it!
Apr 11, 2009, 12.28 PMby polychromatin
Wow, great job! Looks very nice!
Apr 11, 2009, 11.51 AMby aleah
Wow, I can’t believe there are no other comments… yet! This looks great, I want one like this – wish my sewing-skills actually existed. ;)